Garden Notes
From my garden notebook and research notes, below you’ll find some simple answers to some common questions about gardening we face in the Mountain West.
Last Frost Dates in Utah, by City
Average last spring frost dates for 23 Utah cities, why they vary so much, and how to find the date for your own yard.
When to Plant Tomatoes in Utah
Tomato planting dates for Utah County, Salt Lake, Ogden, Logan and St. George, plus when to start seeds indoors.
When to Plant Garlic in Utah
Plant garlic in Utah from mid-September to early November. Depth, spacing, the best varieties, and how to tell when it’s ready next summer.
What Is Zone 6b, and What Grows There?
Zone 6b means winter lows of −5 to 0°F. What that tells you, what it doesn’t, and what grows well in a Mountain West zone 6b garden.
Is Utah Soil Alkaline?
Yes, most Utah soil is alkaline, around pH 8. Why it can’t really be changed, what it does to plants, and how to garden well with it.
Start with your last frost date
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